Owner’s Manual TA0.1 Amplifier with Wired Remote NOTE: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE AMPLIFIER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE AMPLIFIER AND/OR THE SOUND EQUIPMENT BEING POWERED BY THE AMPLIFIER. Table of Contents Company Overview PROFESSIONAL INSTALLERS:...
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For many years, Clark Synthesis has been providing Tactile Sound Transducers for use in home theaters, listening rooms, outdoor decks, military simulators, theme park attractions, game chairs, professional music, and swimming pools. With such a variety of products, it is likely that Clark Synthesis has the right type of transducer for your application.
United States Warranty and Return Policy TA0.1 CLARK SYNTHESIS AMPLIFIER WARRANTY Clark Synthesis, Inc. warranties the TA0.1 Amplifier to be free from defects and workmanship under normal use for a period of two (2) years from date of original purchase.
THE LIGHTNING BOLT TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. SPECIAL SAFTEY CONSIDERATION FOR THE AQUASONIC SWIMMING POOL SPEAKER: WHEN USING THE TA0.1 AMPLIFIER WITH THE CLARK SYNTHESIS AQUASONIC SWIMMING POOL SPEAKER, WE RECOMMEND THE FOLLOWING: - The amplifier must be plugged into a GFI-protected outlet.
Please read this manual in its entirety so you can get the maximum enjoyment from your Clark Synthesis product(s). USING THIS AMPLIFIER WITH A CLARK SYNTHESIS TRANSDUCER The TA0.1 amplifier works with all Clark Synthesis transducers.
(1) Operating Manual CONTACT INFORMATION IF PARTS ARE MISSING If you are missing any items, please contact Clark Synthesis at 1-800-898-1945. We recommend that you save the original carton to use if you ever have to ship the amplifier. WARNING: Before you set up this amplifier, make sure you read and observe the Important Safety Instructions in this manual.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Remote Control Overview Gain (Volume) Control Crossover (X-Over) Control Low Pass/Bypass On/Auto/Off Switch Switch Power Indicator Light www.clarksynthesis.com TA0.1 Amplifier...
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GAIN (VOLUME) CONTROL The Gain (Volume) Control on the face of the TA0.1 amplifier controls the degree to which the input signal is amplified. The gain level, combined with the level of the input signal, determines the actual volume output. CROSSOVER (X-OVER) CONTROL The Crossover Control on the face of the TA0.1 amplifier controls the range of low-frequency (bass) sound sent to the output device, i.e.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW Input/Output Panel Overview AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS The Audio Input/Output Connectors accept standard RCA plugs. These connectors are split into Left and Right channels, as indicated by L and R on the panel. The Left and Right sides each have one Audio Out and one Audio IN.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW AC Panel Overview Remote Control Wire Connector AC Power Cord Connector (IEC-601) REMOTE CONTROL WIRE CONNECTOR The Remote Control Wire Connector is the receiving slot for the male plug of the wired remote control. All adjustments made on the Remote Control Interface and transmitted through this connector.
SETTING UP YOUR AMPLIFIER Quick Setup Instructions The following instructions are a quick overview of the steps necessary to install your new amplifier. For more detailed instructions, please refer to the sections in the manual that are referenced below. Remove the amplifier from its package (for package contents, see “Unpacking Your Amplifier”...
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SETTING UP YOUR AMPLIFIER Placing/Mounting the Amplifier The TA0.1 can be custom mounted for use in a variety of applications. By utilizing the pre-drilled holes in the mounting plate and the Remote Control, the user can mount the amplifier to almost any surface that provides 1) access to the Remote Control, 2) access to the Input/Output Panel and the AC Panel, 3) adequate ventilation for the amplifier, and 4) the ability to remove the amplifier or the Remote Control for servicing should that become necessary.
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SETTING UP YOUR AMPLIFIER Initial Settings Prior to Making Connections CAUTION: Before connecting any wires or input/output lines, insure all equipment is off and no signals are being sent from the input device. In order to reduce the chances of accidentally damaging the amplifier or transducer, please set the amplifier controls to the safety positions described and shown below: •...
SETTING UP YOUR AMPLIFIER Connecting the Audio Source HOME THEATER There are several different ways to hook up your system in terms of which source material (signal) is delivered to the amplifier(s) and transducer(s). Since our inception, we have discovered that approximately half of our customers prefer using the LFE/SUB signal with their transducers.
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SETTING UP YOUR AMPLIFIER Right Front (RF) and Left Front (LF) Hookup For this hookup, connect the RF and LF Pre-Amp Outputs to the TA0.1 amplifier inputs. NOTE: Not all receivers have Pre-Amp outputs for the Right Front and Left Front outputs. If you have a question about your receiver’s outputs, please consult your owner’s manual or contact your receiver’s manufacturer.
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SETTING UP YOUR AMPLIFIER Connecting the Transducer to the Amplifier If you are able to locate the amplifier within 3 feet of the transducer (3 ft. is the approximate length of the speaker wire attached to the transducer), connect the transducer wires directly to the amplifier. This can be done by unscrewing the wire binding posts, inserting the wire through the hole in the post and then retightening the binding posts (see photo on this page).
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SETTING UP YOUR AMPLIFIER Using the Powered Loop-Through to Run Multiple Transducers The TA0.1 has powered loop-through. This feature enables the user to take the signal from an audio source and pass it to a series of TA0.1 amplifiers in order to drive multiple transducers. The drawing for this type of hookup is shown below.
OPERATING YOUR AMPLIFIER Balancing the Transducer with the Subwoofer For Home Theater installations, once you have properly set up your amplifier, it is important to take time to balance the transducer and subwoofer sound. The volume of the transducer is controlled by the receiver and will rise or fall in direct proportion to that of the primary speakers.
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OPERATING YOUR AMPLIFIER If you are using the LFE/SUB signal as your input for the transducer, insure the is set to “Low Pass” (see photo #4) and the Crossover Control on the TA0.1 is set to 400 Hz (photo #5). If you are using the RF/LF signal, set the switch to “Bypass.”...
SPECIFICATIONS General • Power Supply...100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, Auto • Standby Current (110 VAC / 220 VAC)...0.12 A / 0.11 A • Max Current (110 VAC / 220 VAC)...2.4 A / 1.1 A • Total Amplifier Efficiency...70% • Dimensions (Amplifier) (W x H x D)...5.125 in x 2.75 in x 8.875 in (130.2 mm x 69.9 mm x 225.4 mm) •...
Symptom No Power Is the power cord plugged into the wall? Is the power cord plugged into the back of the amplifier? Is the remote control attached to the amplifier? Plug the wire for the remote control into the Is the On/Auto/Off Switch switched on? Is the fuse blown? No Sound Is the transducer connected?
GLOSSARY OF TERMS Term Audio Input/Output Connectors Automatic Balancing System Crossover (X-Over) Control Gain Control High/Low Input Signal Switch IEC-601 Connector LFE/SUB Signal Loop-through Low Pass/Bypass Switch Multiple Signal Hookup TA0.1 Amplifier Definition Audio connectors on the amplifier that receive or transmit the main signal. Included in some Home Theater Surround-Sound Receivers, this feature uses microphones to measure room sound levels in order to properly balance low, mid, and high level sound output from the receiver.
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Term On/Auto/Off Switch Pre-Amp Receiver RF/LF Signals Tactile Sound Transducer (Audio) X-Over Control Y Adapter www.clarksynthesis.com GLOSSARY OF TERMS Definition The switch next to the Crossover Control that allows the user to place the amplifier into Auto On/Standby mode, On, or Off. When the switch is set to “On,”...
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